though mankind persuades itself that every weed's a rose,roses(you feel certain) will only smile
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often mistake flaws for virtues, but reality remains unchanged.
- In plain terms
- We think weeds are roses, but roses only smile.
- What can you take from it?
- Don't confuse wishful thinking with reality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What weeds do you call roses?
- How do you know what is real?
Another view
Sometimes seeing the positive is necessary for mental health.
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